2009 BMW 320 vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 320 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
